PEMBROKE PINES — Auto insurance premiums should go down for residents because the city has installed 22 red-light cameras, says a resolution passed unanimously by the City Commission on Wednesday.

The resolution, similar to one passed in Juno Beach, "urges insurance providers within the state of Florida to offer a reduced rate to consumers residing in jurisdictions that utilize automated red light safety technology."

"When you make that investment in excellence in safety, your residents should get the benefit," said Commissioner Angelo Castillo, who proposed the item.

The cameras have made roads safer, commissioners agreed.

"I see people actually stop at red lights now," said Commissioner Jack McCluskey. "It's a reality."

At the same meeting, Commissioner Carl Shechter suggested the city end its contract with camera provider American Traffic Solutions if the company does not agree to contract revisions under which ATS wouldn't be paid until the city had made enough money from tickets to pay all costs associated with the program, including legal and personnel costs.

The city then deferred action on the contract.

In Davie, meanwhile, town officials agreed 3-2 on Wednesday night to move forward with their red-light camera program. Had the vote gone the other way, Davie would have become the first municipality in Broward County to turn off the controversial cameras.

During a months-long contract renegotiation, Pembroke Pines commissioners have often expressed concern that the program seems to be costing the city money, rather than breaking even or turning a profit.